The development of a discipline : the history of the Political Studies Association
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The development of a discipline : the history of the Political Studies Association
Wiley-Blackwell, 2010
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"Political Studies Association 60 years of political studies, 1950-2010"--Cover
"Political studies special issues ; 2"--CIP
Includes bibliographical references (p. [171]-182) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
By tracing the history of the PSA, The Development of a Discipline: The History of the Political Studies Association reveals the changing nature of the study of politics in Britain and the development of British higher education.
Shows how the PSA developed from a small elitist club to a highly professional discipline
Offers parallels to the development of the study of politics as a discipline in the UK
Appeal extends to those who study higher education and political scientists
Table of Contents
Tables, Boxes and Illustrations Preface
Chapter 1: The Emergence of a Discipline
Chapter 2: An Elitist Discipline? 1950-63
Chapter 3: The Stirrings of Discontent: 1964-75
Chapter 4: The Oxford-Led Insurgency: 1975
Chapter 5: An Activist and Expanding PSA: 1975-79
Chapter 6: Political Science in a Cold Climate: 1979-92
Chapter 7: A Work in Progress: 1993-2009
Chapter 8: Women and Diversity in British Political Science
Chapter 9: Conclusions: Confronting the Challenges
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Index
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